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Civil War Battle Commemoration This Weekend In Perryville

The largest Civil War battle in Ky. is being commemorated during an anniversary this weekend at Perryville Battlefield State Historic Site.

Military demonstrations will be held both days at 2 p.m., and speakers, living history interpreters, camp life demonstrations and vendors will also be available.

The park's museum will also be open, and a program on the "Life of the Soldier" will be given both days.

Admission is $10, with children 10 and under admitted free. The park says guests should expect to walk and may want to bring chairs.

Gates open at 9 a.m. each day.

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